Residential Support Specialist / Counselor

NEW HAVEN YOUTH ANDNEW HAVEN YOUTH ANDIrvine, California, United States
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10/5/2026

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Full time

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Core responsibilities

The Residential Support Specialist provides direct supervision, care, and counseling to at-risk adolescent males in a residential environment. Responsibilities include managing behavioral challenges, administering medications, and maintaining accurate documentation according to agency standards.

Requirements overview

A bachelor's degree is preferred, along with at least one year of experience working with youth in a residential or school-based setting. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license, strong communication skills, and the ability to perform physical interventions when necessary.

Key skills

Crisis InterventionBehavioral ManagementCounselingSupervisionMedication AdministrationRecord KeepingDe-escalationCommunicationPro-ACTSafety ComplianceYouth MentoringComputer Literacy

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Education requirements

bachelor degree

About NEW HAVEN YOUTH AND

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Employees

80

Type

Nonprofit

Size

51-200 employees

NEW HAVEN YOUTH AND FAMILY SERVICES, INC. has been effectively working with youth and their families since 1967. Today New Haven Youth and Family Services is transforming lives for at-risk adolescent boys through an innovative education model that develops life/work skills in a healthy environment. Led by a dedicated team of caring professionals who embrace a servant leadership philosophy, New Haven supports the “whole person” development of troubled youth as we guide them from despair to hope. Our comprehensive therapeutic education model focuses on special education, work readiness and transitional living skills for adolescents with social, emotional or behavioral issues, learning disabilities or mental illness. Serving over 650 youth and families annually from the age of 12 and up, our goal is to tap their unrealized potential and help them to successfully transition into adulthood. New Haven’s comprehensive program includes social, emotional and behavioral intervention, career technical education and life skills development with targeted academic curriculum. This innovative education model incorporates best practices as recognized by the State of California to meet the multi-dimensional needs of our youth. The goal of all our programs is to extend a continuum of care to each youth so that they can return to their family and community requiring little or no further intervention. Every resource in our organization is directed toward that goal. We have been an enduring steward of hope for more than 18,250 youth and their families and we look forward to empowering a new generation by breaking down barriers and building bright futures.

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Social ServicesEducationHealthcare

Description

The Overnight Residential Support Specialist / Counselor provides direct supervision, care, and support for at-risk adolescent males, ages 12–18, in a residential setting. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with experience or education in Social Sciences (Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice), Special Education, or those passionate about working with youth to develop and expand their therapeutic, behavioral, and crisis intervention skills. Responsibilities: * Supervise and support youth ages 8–18 overnight and during assigned shifts, maintaining a safe, structured, and positive environment. * Teach, coach, and counsel youth, serving as a positive role model. * Respond to crises and behavioral challenges using positive interventions, therapeutic skills, and professional judgment. * Administer medications as directed and maintain accurate records. * Track and report behaviors using company systems. * Assist in maintaining residential homes according to agency and licensing standards. * Participate in physical interventions when necessary, following proper safety and Pro-ACT procedures. * Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members to support youth care and program goals. * Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: * Bachelor’s degree preferred * Minimum of 1 year working with youth in a residential, community, or school-based program preferred * Must have valid driver’s license * Excellent communication skills * Ability to engage positively with youth, de-escalate challenging behaviors, and apply sound judgment * Reliable, punctual, and able to follow instructions * Basic computer skills to access emails and learn company tracking systems Shift Available: * Thursday 2:30 pm to 10:00 pm Friday 2:30 pm to 10:30 pm Saturday 3:00 pm to 10:30 pm Sunday 7:00 am to 3:00 pm Evening and weekend availability is required. 

Requirements

  • •Crisis Intervention
  • •Behavioral Management
  • •Counseling
  • •Supervision
  • •Medication Administration
  • •Record Keeping
  • •De-escalation
  • •Communication
  • •Pro-ACT
  • •Safety Compliance
  • •Youth Mentoring
  • •Computer Literacy

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